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Zoology at Keele University - UCAS

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2026 - 2027
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Keele University has participated in the Teaching Excellence Framework. These ratings were awarded in 2023, for four years.

Open days

11Oct
Keele University - Undergraduate Open Day
Undergraduate
12Oct
Keele University - Undergraduate Open Day
Undergraduate
15Nov
Keele University - Undergraduate Open Day
Undergraduate

Course summary

Whether you're passionate about animal biology, environmental challenges, or scientific discovery, our Zoology degree offers a broad understanding of the diversity of life, with a focus on animals, their evolution and conservation. With access to our 600-acre diverse campus, state-of-the-art David Attenborough Laboratories, use of statistical, bioinformatic and GIS analyses, and dedicated employability modules, you will gain the knowledge, skills and experience to pursue an exciting career in the biological sciences. Why choose this course?

  • Master cutting-edge genomic, satellite, and GIS tools to study and conserve animal populations through integrated lab and fieldwork
  • Gain hands-on experience in our state-of-the-art David Attenborough Laboratories and across Keele’s 600-acre diverse campus
  • Authentic and diverse assessments allow you to develop key skills that meet academic, professional body and employer expectations
  • Benefit from integrated employability training that prepares you for a wide range of careers
  • Learn from research‑active academics with specialist knowledge spanning molecular biology to broad ecological systems
Our Zoology degree blends broad knowledge of animal biology, behaviour, ecology and conservation with the cutting-edge technical skills and professional expertise you'll need to build an impactful career in biological sciences. With species disappearing at an unprecedented rate during our current biodiversity crisis, our contemporary programme will equip you with the essential tools to help tackle these urgent environmental challenges. From the microscopic world of cells and genetics to sophisticated techniques for analysing animal populations, you'll discover how the smallest biological processes connect to the greatest conservation challenges of our time. Practical learning happens both in our cutting-edge David Attenborough Laboratories and across our 600-acre diverse campus. You'll master intricate molecular techniques, learning to analyse DNA and proteins while developing into a confident field researcher - sharpening your species identification abilities and learning to assess biodiversity across different natural environments. About Keele Keele University was established in 1949 by the former Vice-Chancellor of Oxford University. Founded to meet the needs of a changing world, Keele has always had a pioneering vision to be a different kind of university. We excel in both teaching and research, with some of the most satisfied students in England, and research that is changing lives for the better at a regional, national and global level. Our beautiful 600-acre campus is one of the biggest in Britain – but all the most important services and facilities are on your doorstep, with accommodation, teaching spaces, facilities including a medical centre, sports centre and pharmacy, and a range of shops, eateries and entertainment venues – including the Students’ Union – clustered around the centre.

Modules

For a list of indicative modules please visit the course page on the Keele University website.

How to apply

14Jan

This is the deadline for applications to be completed and sent for this course. If the university or college still has places available you can apply after this date, but your application is not guaranteed to be considered.

Application codes

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Points of entry

The following entry points are available for this course:

  • Year 1

Entry requirements

Qualification requirements

Please click the following link to find out more about qualification requirements for this course

https://www.keele.ac.uk/study/undergraduate/undergraduatecourses/zoology/#entry-reqs

Student Outcomes

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Fees and funding

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Zoology at Keele University - UCAS